Christmas Pecan Ball

Ingredients:

• 1/2 lb. margarine (1 cup), softened
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups flour
• 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar (for rolling)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened margarine, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until well combined.

2. Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour and chopped pecans to the mixture, stirring until everything is evenly incorporated.

3. Chill the Dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or more.

4. Shape the Cookies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Once chilled, roll the dough into balls about the size of quarters and place them on a cookie sheet.

5. Bake: Bake in the oven for about 15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden.

6. Roll in Sugar: While the cookies are still warm, roll them in confectioners’ sugar. Allow them to cool slightly, then roll them in sugar again for an extra sweet coating.

7. Cool Completely: Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack.

Enjoy your delightful pecan balls! They make a wonderful treat for any occasion, especially during the holidays!